Your Words – We tell it like it is! Holiday Reviews by previous Exodus travellers
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Martha Knight
Reviewed October 2018
Stunning views, wonderful walks, excellent company
I’m just back from a fabulous week’s walking in Madeira. The scenery, weather and company could not have been better. Thank you to Andre, our guide, for helping to make this week so successful. There was lots of laughter along with some strenuous walks set against the majestic background of mountains and the Atlantic Ocean. I highly recommend this trip.
Most Inspirational Moment
All the walks were completely different but the second day's walk was stunning covering both the mountains and the ocean and including the levadas. The drink at the end of the walk was a welcome reward in a bar set next to the ocean. Pretty perfect.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Our group leader, Andre, was great. He was knowledgeable, fun to be with and always seemed to be aware of our safety needs without being intrusive. He clearly loves Madeira and managed to pass in this love to the group. The arrangements went smoothly and all transport and luggage transfers were seamless.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Go to Madeira!
Alison Jones
Reviewed October 2018
Cilento and amalfi Coast cycling
A lovely ride, some challenges but never daunting. Suitable for all levels..e bikes, leisure riders and more competitive people. Stunning scenery but also great places of interest to visit…eg paestum, mozzarella farm, . Great food. Excellent, caring staff. Good to see cliento…less known than the amalfi Coast so less crowded but a beautiful bit of Italy.
Good to have time on the last day to see the amalfi Coast by boat…very different view of the landscape.
Most Inspirational Moment
Lots...paestum was surprising.
Maybe also the gorge....where was it?
Thoughts on Group Leader
Brilliant. Knowledgable, friendly, caring, kept the group together...not always easy. Went beyond his duties. Dealt well with a group member who needed to be hospitalised.....good feedback to group.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Go for it...whatever your age. And if you are worried...E bikes are an option. ....though not for everyone.
Louise Keesing
Reviewed October 2018
Cycling in Sicily
A great ride through the outskirts of the region. Accomodation was very good and the farmhouse stay and food exclent. Loved the pasta cooking lesson.
Most Inspirational Moment
Pasta cooking and watching the olive picking
Thoughts on Group Leader
She was excellent, fun, with us all the way and rapidly found a great alternative when it was too windy.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Sicily is much easier than the Amalfi coast and probably don't need an E bike if you can cycle 50km. Really enjoyed Sicily.
Keith Lumley
Reviewed October 2018
Excellent First Trip
This was my first Exodus trip and wasn’t sure what to expect. From the first day of arrival the Exodus team Peter and Danke were exceptional in every aspect of the planning, logistics and guidance through the trip. The equipment (cycles) and were high quality and fit for a dual on and off road experience. I’m so impressed by the trip and the support that I have plans for two further in the next 18 months. A truly inspiring experience.
Most Inspirational Moment
The cohesiveness of the guides and our group on tough days where the weather was poor and the terrain challenging. We all stayed together.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Peter was exceptional in terms of his support, knowledge of all locations and accessibility for all group members for the slightest thing. He really showed exceptional professionalism and commitment throughout the tour.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Feel free to take your own seats and pedals as that’s where you spend most of your time riding! Comfort is critical so use what you are used to. Also check the temperature ranges to ensure you have suitable clothing to accommodate those changes.
Susan Ringoen
Reviewed October 2018
Classic Dolomites-Premium Trip Notes
This was my first time to do a group travel “adventure” and this Exodus trip exceeded my expectations. It was superb in every detail-the daily hikes were truly phenomenal; our leader had a wealth of outdoor and guiding experience, and shared many interesting hiking and history tidbits; our hotel was exceptional-staff, meals, extras -all such a treat! I can’t wait to plan my next Exodus adventure!
Most Inspirational Moment
Every day's hike seemed to build on the previous one...I'm not sure I could say which was the most inspirational - they were all fantastic. On the free day our leader helped us to connect with a Via Ferrata guide and that was perhaps the highlight/most inspirational for me.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Alex was an experienced, confident and easy-going leader. He had interesting tips for us about our hiking, as well as sharing interesting history bits from the area. He managed the various levels of the group with ease.
Stephen Clements
Reviewed October 2018
Amazing Canada
An exciting trip around the island of Vancouver. We couldn’t believe the amazing wildlife encounters we experienced, and enjoyed the hospitality of our cheerful Canadian hosts.
Most Inspirational Moment
Seeing the Grizzly bears feed on the spawning salmon with their cubs on the Orford river . it was great to be hosted by the Homalco people in their ancestral home.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Marie- Helen was always upbeat and cheerful. She was resourceful , giving us lots of alternatives. She was dedicated to making sure our holiday was a trip to remember. We couldn’t help getting swept up in her enthusiasm.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Waterproof trousers and a woolly hat are useful for the changeable weather and chilly boat rides. Have a go and enjoy the country.
paul cullen
Reviewed October 2018
Cycling Albania
A fantastic way to see this wonderful country. The first part of the trip is mainly inland in more rural mountainous areas and the second part along the Albanian riviera.
Great hospitality and food, considerate drivers on the roads and friendly people as we passed through the smaller places.
The cycling has some challenging climbs on the first and final days but is as described on the trip notes and classification. Nice to have some shorter cycling days to be able to do the tours in Gjirokaster and the Roman site at Butrint.
Most Inspirational Moment
Roman city of Butrint.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Great service by our group leader Dimitri especially in managing and organising the coffee stops, lunches and evening meals.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Make sure you try the Iced coffee in cans. Lunches were lovely but maybe too much for lunchtime whilst cycling, show self restraint!
Lynn Pugsley
Reviewed October 2018
Surprisingly pleasant country
A great trip with a knowledgeable trip leader. We visited numerous castles, mosques and churches. The mountains are magnificent as are the plains, rivers and beaches.
Most Inspirational Moment
Entering the home of our hosts for a traditional lunch. The food was all produced locally and the garden was delightful.
The infrastructure was also a pleasant surprise - many good roads and hygienic sanitary provisions.
Thoughts on Group Leader
iLife was very knowledgeable and adapted well to our sense of humour. He and our driver went "the extra mile" to point out and deliver extra experiences.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Don't worry about hygiene - dress casually - leave high heels at home - get a map or guidebook to research the country and it's history before you go. The trip involves some awkward walking and cobbles so be prepared with sensible shoes. Change money in small aliquot - food is cheap and wine/beer is much cheaper. Try the local restaurants - there are no McDonalds etc.
Rachel Hodgkins
Reviewed October 2018
Unforgetable.....
Just the best trip…. spectacular places with a fantastic group of people and THE best guide… 2 weeks of wonder, spender,remembrance, beauty, sleeper trains, nights afloat, rooftop bars, and fun and laughter all the way.. we met as strangers and left as friends… AMAZING!!!
Most Inspirational Moment
The friendships made
Thoughts on Group Leader
Trung was by far the best guide we've had. Professionalism balanced with sense of humour and a real feeling of being genuinely cared for. Knowledge oozed out of him from the beauty to the sadness of the places we saw and everything inbetween.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Do it!!!
Angela Foster
Reviewed October 2018
Trip of a lifetime
I had the most amazing holiday to a beautiful country. The trip is full on, non stop and so much fun. The people are so inviting to tourists, the country alive with vibrancy. From mayhem in the city to peaceful boat trips. Something for everyone.
Most Inspirational Moment
Ha Long Bay is a must see for any traveller. The scenery is outstanding. You cannot imagine it's beauty.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Trung Hoang was our leader and a better one you'd not find. He was so friendly and helpful as well as knowledgeable. Nothing was too much trouble.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Be ready for a full on trip living out of a suitcase for the most part. A good tip is to arrive a day or two early and get over your jetlag before you start. If you can afford the time it's not expensive to stay on a few days later as well. I stayed on the island of Phu Quoc for 4 days afterwards to unwind. This is an hours flight from Saigon.
